Astre

What Astre does

Astre is a French-headquartered cooperative grouping of 160 independent transport and logistics SMEs, founded in 1992 and operating across 16+ European countries with 400+ physical locations. The cooperative provides shared services — centralized purchasing (90+ supplier protocols), training (Astre Académie), insurance, financial monitoring, and collective tendering — that allow member SMEs to compete against large integrated logistics groups while preserving their independence.

Its three core product lines are Transportation (full truckload, less-than-truckload, refrigerated, exceptional loads, bulk, multimodal, and on-board forklift services), Logistics HQL (storage, stock management, order preparation, cross-docking, and reverse logistics across 3.4 million m² of warehouse space in Europe), and Palet System, a palletized freight distribution network launched in 2005 covering 46+ countries via 70 distributors and 10 hubs and delivering roughly 1.7-2 million pallets per year with guaranteed deadlines. The Palet System was enhanced in February 2025 through an alliance with Alerce Group integrating the ALERTRAN TMS, which adds AI-powered route optimization and real-time incident response.

Revenue is generated indirectly through the €3.3 billion aggregate commercial activity of the 160 member companies, with the Astre cooperative entity itself funded primarily through member contributions and shared-service fees. Distribution is run through member company direct sales, a centralized European tender platform, and the Palet System hub network; a 2024 reorganization created Astre Europe as the parent holding supervising regional subsidiaries (Astre France, Astre Italie, Astre Benelux, Astre Péninsule ibérique, Astre DACH), and a December 2024 protocol with Federtrasporti established a 7,000-truck combined grouping in Italy.

Name

Astre

Legal name

ASTRE COOPERATIVE

Website

https://astre.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Astre is a French-headquartered cooperative of 160 independent European transport and logistics SMEs operating 400+ locations across 46+ countries, providing shared purchasing, training, Palet System palletized freight, and logistics services totaling €3.3 billion in aggregate member revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Transportation and Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Less Than Truckload (484122), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload (484121), Support Activities for Transportation (488)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

Interregional/Long-Haul LTL Network Carriers (TLADAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

National/Regional LTL General Freight Carriers (TLADAEAA), Heavy Haul / Oversize / Specialized Equipment TL Carriers (TLADADAI), Rail Consolidation & Deconsolidation (LCL/Groupage) (TLACADAD), Oversize/Heavy Express & White-Glove Time-Definite (TLAAABAJ), Heavy Haul / Oversize / Project Cargo Brokerage (TLADAMAJ)

Keywords

• Freight transportation services
• Logistics services
• Palletized freight network
• Cooperative transport grouping
• European supply chain

Headquarters

HQ city

Le Plessis-pâté

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Member Contributions and Cooperative Fees: Astre operates as a cooperative of independent transport and logistics SMEs. Revenue is generated through member fees, shared services, and collective purchasing power. The network collectively generates €3.3 billion in revenue.
2. Transportation Services: Services include full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL) transport, specialized transport (refrigerated, exceptional loads, bulk), multimodal transport, and palletized freight via Palet System.
3. Logistics Services: Storage, stock management, order preparation, cross-docking, reverse logistics, and customized logistics solutions covered by more than 3.4 million sqm of warehouse space in Europe.
4. Collective Purchasing: The Purchasing Department deploys preferential protocols and special offers accessible to all affiliated companies, creating collective purchasing power. In 2019, 90 suppliers generated more than €203 million in revenue through these partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Astre is a cooperative network of 160 independent transport and logistics SMEs operating across Europe. Its core offerings span three pillars: Transportation (full truckload, less-than-truckload, refrigerated, exceptional loads, bulk, and multimodal transport), Logistics HQL — Haute Qualité Logistique (warehousing, stock management, order preparation, cross-docking, reverse logistics across 3.4 million m²), and Palet System (a palletized freight distribution network covering 46+ European countries with 70 distributors and 10 hubs, delivering 1.7 million pallets per year).

Product overview

Astre is a European cooperative groupement of 160 independent transport and logistics SMEs offering three core solutions: Transportation (general freight management across all transport specialities in Europe), Logistics HQL (Haute Qualité Logistique — high-quality logistics covering warehousing, stock management, order preparation, cross-docking, and reverse logistics across 3.4 million sqm), and Palet System (a palletized freight distribution network launched in 2005, covering 46 countries with 70 distributors and 10 hubs, delivering ~1.7M pallets/year). These are supplemented by add-on services including Astre Académie (e-learning training platform), Astre Digital (an in-house IT/digital team deploying tools for members), Purchasing Services (centralized procurement with key-account conditions), Astre Assurances (insurance placement), and Astre Finances (financial health monitoring, reporting, and M&A support). Palet System is further enhanced by the ALERTRAN TMS (integrated from Alerce Group) which provides intelligent route planning and real-time traceability. The group operates under the Astre Europe governance structure overseeing regional entities (Astre France, Astre Italy, Astre Benelux, Astre Iberian Peninsula, and Astre DACH).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Palet System: The palletized freight transportation solution operated by Astre transport carriers, providing exchange and massification of palletized loads across Europe with 70 distributors and 10 hubs serving 46+ countries.

Products and services

• Transportation Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 3.4 million m² of warehouse/logistics space across Europe
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and key.

• Alerce GroupcoreTechnology or Integration · 14 February 2025Strategic alliance to integrate ALERTRAN as a new Transport Management System (TMS) solution for Palet System. Alerce provides AI-powered route optimization, real-time incident response, and freight exchange capabilities. The partnership aims to modernize Palet System processes and strengthen its position as a European palletized transport reference.
• FedertrasporticoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 December 2024Protocol signed between Astre Italia and Federtrasporti, the two main Italian road transport and logistics groupings. Creates a mega-network of 7,000 trucks. First action: participation in capital of Resta Italia S.R.L. to commercialize B2P freight exchange in Italy.
• TAB Rail Road / Terminal Ouest ProvencesupportingOthers · 31 October 2024TAB Rail Road, an Astre member, presented France's first 100% digital and low-carbon terminal (Terminal Ouest Provence) at Miramas. The 14-hectare facility features electric handling equipment and rail-road multimodal capabilities.
• MichelinkeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2023Partnership focused on sustainable mobility in transport and logistics. Shares best practices and promotes concrete initiatives to reduce environmental impact while improving operational efficiency.
• UrbykeyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 January 2023Partnership for urban last-mile delivery in dense urban areas. Urby operates urban delivery with a €20M investment in low-emission fleet. Astre members can access Urby services for hypercenter deliveries, combining long-haul network with urban distribution.
• Volvo TruckskeyOthers · 22 December 2022Partnership for delivery of 100% electric trucks (Volvo FM Electric) to member companies. Volvo Trucks France supplies electric trucks manufactured with fossil-free steel, supporting Astre's decarbonization goals.
• B2P (B2Pweb)supportingTechnology or IntegrationFreight exchange platform. Resta Italia (jointly with Federtrasporti) will commercialize B2P freight exchange services in Italy.
• KärchersupportingOthersPartner for equipment including truck washing portal with aquadetox water recycling system at member Malgogne Transport, using bacteria-based treatment without chemical additives.
• ManpowersupportingOthersStaffing and recruitment services partner listed among 90+ Astre partners providing services to member companies.
• Mercedes-Benz TruckssupportingOthersTruck manufacturer partner providing vehicles to member companies with preferential conditions.
• Renault TruckssupportingOthersTruck manufacturer partner providing vehicles to member companies with preferential conditions.
• Toyota Material HandlingsupportingOthersForklift and materials handling equipment partner providing warehouse equipment to member logistics companies.
• TransicssupportingTechnology or IntegrationFleet management and telematics solutions partner for tracking and optimizing transport operations.
• TrimblesupportingTechnology or IntegrationTransportation and fleet management technology partner providing mobility solutions.
• AFTRALsupportingOthersProfessional training organization for transport and logistics, partner for driver and staff training programs.
• Bouygues TelecomsupportingOthersTelecommunications partner providing connectivity solutions for fleet and operations.
• 90+ Additional PartnerssupportingOthersPartners spanning vehicle manufacturers (DAF, Scania, Krone, Schmitz), fuel suppliers (Q8 Oils, Total Energies, Antargaz), tire manufacturers (Michelin, Hankook), workshop equipment, insurance, and professional services. In 2019, these 90 partners generated €203M in revenue through the Astre network.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DSV: Danish global freight-forwarding and road-transport major with aggressive M&A roll-up strategy, including the addition of DB Schenker. Competitor for the same European road haul and contract logistics opportunities though materially larger and asset-light.
• DB Schenker: DB Group-owned European and global road and rail freight forwarder offering land transport, contract logistics, and global forwarding. Comparable as a broad European transport and contract-logistics incumbent that overlaps with Astre's enterprise customer targets.
• Geodis: French-headquartered global logistics provider offering freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain solutions. Comparable as a European road transport and contract-logistics competitor operating at much larger scale across the same shipper base.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Global logistics incumbent with significant European road and contract logistics operations, serving the same multinational shipper base as Astre. Comparable as a large-scale competitor for European transport contracts though focused on forwarding rather than network cooperative model.
• XPO Logistics: US-listed, European-focused transport and logistics specialist (LTL-heavy after recent GXO spin) operating large road networks across the continent. Comparable as a competitor in the European LTL and contract logistics segments that Astre serves.

Direct peers

• FM Logistic: France-headquartered contract logistics and transport provider with similar European footprint and emphasis on warehousing (3.4M sqm class) plus distribution. Directly comparable in offering integrated transport/logistics solutions to enterprise clients across Europe.
• Dachser: German-headquartered family-owned logistics company operating one of Europe's largest road transport and contract-logistics networks with a strong European groupage/LTL backbone. Directly comparable to Astre's pan-European network and Palet System-style palletized distribution model.
• STEF: French listed specialist in temperature-controlled food transport and logistics across Europe, operating a hub-and-spoke road network similar to Astre's Palet System. Directly comparable as a European road-transport network serving demanding shipper requirements.
• Gefco: Originally a captive automotive logistics provider for PSA now owned by Russian Railways/GLP, Gefco is a major European transport and logistics group offering road, multimodal and contract logistics. Highly comparable as a European-focused road transport and logistics network serving enterprise shippers.

Regional players

• Heppner: French-headquartered privately-held multimodal logistics provider with strong palletized freight and groupage operations across France and Europe. Comparable as an SME-aligned European palletized freight operator sharing Astre's cooperative heritage.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AstreTL
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/astre
• Instagraminstagram.com/astre.tl

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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